“Give yourself unto reading." The man who never reads will never be read; he who never quotes will never be quoted. He who will not use the thoughts of other men’s brains, proves that he has no brains of his own.You need to read. We are quite persuaded that the very best way for you to be spending your leisure time, is to be either reading or praying.You may get much instruction from books which afterwards you may use as a true weapon in your Lord and Master’s service. Paul cries, “Bring the books” — join in the cry. from Spurgeon’s, "Paul — His Cloak and His Books”
Best Books Read
Besides the Bible, these books deeply impacted me in 2012. Some showed me the darkest side of humanity and while others encouraged me so greatly I’m certain I’d never give up hope even if everything seemed hopeless. Others broadened my understanding of mankind, our different personalities and temperament, and how circumstances whether circumstantial or spiritual bring about different outcomes.
The Road by Cormac McCarthy – Apocalyptic fiction. Powerfully real.
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand – Biography. Incredible story.
The Good Earth by Pearl Buck – Well written story giving a glimpse of a culture without Christ. Thought provoking.
All Things for Good by Thomas Watson – Watson clearly understands and communicates our struggles with pain, suffering, and evil. With clarity and thorough Biblical support, Watson encourages believers in Christ that All Things are for Good.
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain – Nonfiction and semi autobiographical. Very interesting and thought provoking.
Best Little
Books
Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung
Fear Not! Death and the Afterlife from a Christian Perspective by Ligon Duncan with J. Nicholas Reid
Fear Not! Death and the Afterlife from a Christian Perspective by Ligon Duncan with J. Nicholas Reid
